Johnson & Wales University-Providence

www.jwu.edu/campuses/providence/index.html

Add Comparison

2021 Undergraduate Tuition

$35,750

4% growth from 2020

2021 Average Net Price

$30,715

After Financial Aid

2019 Student Loan

1.52%

Default Rate

2021 Acceptance Rate

88.4%

9,254 Applicants

2021 Enrolled Students

5,117

92.1% Full-Time

2021 Graduation Rate

57.4%

949 Graduates

About

Johnson & Wales University-Providence is a higher education institution located in Providence County, RI. In 2021, the most popular Associates Degree concentrations at Johnson & Wales University-Providence were Baking & Pastry Arts (155 degrees awarded), Culinary Arts & Chef Training (138 degrees), and CAD/CADD Drafting & Design Technology (7 degrees).

In 2021, 1,633 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at Johnson & Wales University-Providence. 64.3% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 35.7% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (931 degrees), 4.9 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (190 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is $35,750, which is $12,566 more than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($23,184).

Photo by Meg Stewart

Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs Masters Colleges and Universities

Costs

In 2021, the median undergraduate tuition at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is $35,750, which is $12,566 more than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($23,184).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $30,715.

In 2021, 96% of undergraduate students attending Johnson & Wales University-Providence received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 75% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$35,750

2021 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2021, the cost of tuition at Johnson & Wales University-Providence was $35,750. The cost of tuition at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is $12,566 more than than the overall (public and private) national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($23,184).

This chart compares the tuition costs of Johnson & Wales University-Providence (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$30,715

2021 Value

3.91%

1 Year Growth

In 2021 Johnson & Wales University-Providence had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $30,715. Between 2020 and 2021, the average net price of Johnson & Wales University-Providence grew by 3.91%.

This chart compares the average net price of Johnson & Wales University-Providence (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$12,804

Room and Board

$1,800

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at Johnson & Wales University-Providence was of $12,804 in 2021. The cost of room and board increased by 9.49% between 2020 and 2021.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $1,800. The cost of books and supplies did not change during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at Johnson & Wales University-Providence (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

96%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

75%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

96% of undergraduate students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence received financial aid through grants or loans in 2021. This represents a growth of 2.13% with respect to 2020, when 94% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at Johnson & Wales University-Providence (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Student Loan Default Rate

Cohort default rates only account for borrowers who default in the first three years, and some schools only have a small proportion of borrowers entering repayment. These rates should be interpreted with caution, as they may not be reflective of the entire school population.

1.52%

2019 Default Rate

Number of Defaults

In 2019 the default rate for borrower's at Johnson & Wales University-Providence was 1.52%, which represents 74 out of the 4855 total borrowers.

A cohort default rate is the percentage of a school's borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program or William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans during a particular federal fiscal year (FY), October 1 to September 30, and default or meet other specified conditions prior to the end of the second following fiscal year.

Admissions

Johnson & Wales University-Providence received 9,254 undergraduate applications in 2021, which represents a 8.78% annual growth. Out of those 9,254 applicants, 8,182 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 88.4% acceptance rate.

There were 5,117 students enrolled at Johnson & Wales University-Providence in 2021.

Johnson & Wales University-Providence has an overall enrollment yield of 13.7%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

88.4%

Acceptance Rate in 2021

8,182

Accepted Out of 9,254

In 2021, the undergraduate acceptance rate of Johnson & Wales University-Providence was 88.4% (8,182 admissions from 9,254 applications). This is higher than the acceptance rate of 2020, which was 86.5%. Between 2020 and 2021, the number of applicants grew by 8.78%, while admissions declined by −6.77%..

This chart compares the acceptance rate of Johnson & Wales University-Providence (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

Enrollment

Johnson & Wales University-Providence had a total enrollment of 5,117 students in 2021. The full-time enrollment at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is 4,711 students and the part-time enrollment is 406. This means that 92.1% of students enrolled at Johnson & Wales University-Providence are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at Johnson & Wales University-Providence, both undergraduate and graduate, is 56.9% White, 15.1% Hispanic or Latino, 12% Black or African American, 3.73% Asian, 1.45% Two or More Races, and 0.489% American Indian or Alaska Native.

Students enrolled at Johnson & Wales University-Providence in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Female (33.7%), followed by White Male (23.3%) and Hispanic or Latino Female (10%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly White Female (46.5%), followed by White Male (12.9%) and Black or African American Female (7.26%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

92.1%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Johnson & Wales University-Providence in 2021, both undergraduate and graduate, is 5,117 students. The full-time enrollment at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is 4,711 and the part-time enrollment is 406. This means that 92.1% of students enrolled at Johnson & Wales University-Providence are enrolled full-time compared with 68.3% at similar Masters Colleges and Universities.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at Johnson & Wales University-Providence (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

71%

2021 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at Johnson & Wales University-Providence was 71%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Masters Colleges and Universities (73%), Johnson & Wales University-Providence had a retention rate lower than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at Johnson & Wales University-Providence (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2021)

White
2,910 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
773 enrolled students
Black or African American
615 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is 56.9% White, 15.1% Hispanic or Latino, 12% Black or African American, 3.73% Asian, 1.45% Two or More Races, and 0.489% American Indian or Alaska Native. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Masters Colleges and Universities is 52% White, 16.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.8% Black or African American.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 303 students (5.92%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2021, 467 more women than men received degrees from Johnson & Wales University-Providence. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is white (931 degrees awarded). There were 4.9 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (190 degrees).

The most common Associates Degree concentration at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is Baking & Pastry Arts (155 degrees awarded), followed by Culinary Arts & Chef Training (138 degrees) and CAD/CADD Drafting & Design Technology (7 degrees).

In 2021, the most specialized majors across all degree types at Johnson & Wales University-Providence, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Personal & Culinary Services (403 degrees awarded), Human Sciences (171 degrees), and Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (77 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Accountants & auditors

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Johnson & Wales University-Providence are Accountants & auditors (1,029,470 people), Other managers (690,291 people), Financial managers (466,709 people), Chief executives & legislators (356,519 people), and Firstline supervisors of retail sales workers (273,306 people).

The most specialized majors at Johnson & Wales University-Providence in 2021 are Personal & Culinary Services (403 degrees awarded), Human Sciences (171 degrees), Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (77 degrees), Business (496 degrees), and Protective Services (71 degrees) (as of 2021).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Surgeons

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Johnson & Wales University-Providence are Surgeons, Chief executives & legislators, Physicians, Securities, commodities, & financial services sales agents, and Nurse anesthetists

The most specialized majors at Johnson & Wales University-Providence are Personal & Culinary Services (403 degrees awarded), Human Sciences (171 degrees), Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (77 degrees), Business (496 degrees), and Protective Services (71 degrees) (as of 2021).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Johnson & Wales University-Providence are Elementary & secondary schools (620,715 people), Banking & related activities (480,335 people), Justice, public order, & safety activities (470,470 people), Computer Systems Design (468,829 people), and Insurance carriers (405,169 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by Johnson & Wales University-Providence.

Most Common (2020)

Foodservice System Management
232 degree-majors awarded
General Business Administration & Management
124 degree-majors awarded
General Parks, Recreation, & Leisure Facilities Management
109 degree-majors awarded

In 2020, the most common bachelors degree concentration at Johnson & Wales University-Providence was Foodservice System Management with 232 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from bachelors degree programs at Johnson & Wales University-Providence according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

583

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2021

1,050

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2021

In 2021, 583 degrees were awarded to men at Johnson & Wales University-Providence, which is 0.555 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (1,050).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at Johnson & Wales University-Providence by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2021, 95 degrees were awarded to men at Johnson & Wales University-Providence in Culinary Arts & Chef Training, which is 0.888 times less than the 107 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2021, 165 degrees were awarded to men at Johnson & Wales University-Providence in Baking & Pastry Arts, which is 7.86 times more than the 21 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

55%

100% Completion Time

63%

150% Completion Time

In 2021, 55% of students graduating from Johnson & Wales University-Providence completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 63% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 64% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Masters Colleges and Universities Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

American Indian or Alaska Native Female

Highest Graduation Rate (100%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2021 at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is Female and American Indian or Alaska Native (100% graduation rate). Across all Masters Colleges and Universities, Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (72.9%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) categorizes any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the graduation rate of those students is shown in the chart below. Additionally, 1.16% of graduates (11 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2021)

White
931 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
190 degrees awarded
Black or African American
179 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is white (931 degrees awarded). There were 4.9 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (190 degrees).

5.21% of degree recipients (85 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2021)

White Female
610 degrees awarded
White Male
321 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino Female
133 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at Johnson & Wales University-Providence is white female (610 degrees awarded). There were 1.9 times more white female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white male (321 degrees).

Operations

Johnson & Wales University-Providence has an endowment valued at nearly $309M, as of the end of the 2021 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 79.6M (25.8%) compared to the 13.1% average return (6.61M on 50.4M) across all Masters Colleges and Universities.

In 2021, Johnson & Wales University-Providence had a total salary expenditure of 177M. Johnson & Wales University-Providence employs 130 Associate professors, 61 Professors and 40 Assistant professors. Most academics at Johnson & Wales University-Providence are Male Associate professor (65), Female Associate professor (65), and Male Professor (32).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at Johnson & Wales University-Providence are: Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services, with 144 employees, Management, with 114 employees, and Computer, Engineering, and Science with 72 employees.

Endowment

$309M

2021 Endowment

54.2%

growth from 2020

Johnson & Wales University-Providence has an endowment valued at about $309M, as of the end of the 2021 fiscal year. The endowment of Johnson & Wales University-Providence grew 54.2% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $258M higher than than the median endowment of Masters Colleges and Universities according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at Johnson & Wales University-Providence (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

$84.1M

2021 Salaries

1.15%

growth from 2020

In 2021, Johnson & Wales University-Providence paid a median of $84.1M in salaries, which represents 47.5% of their overall expenditure ($177M) and a 1.15% growth from the previous year.

The median for similar Masters Colleges and Universities is 35.1M (41.3% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

$22.4M

Instructional Salaries

250

Number of Employees

In 2021, Johnson & Wales University-Providence paid a total of $22.4M to 250 employees working as instructors, which represents 26.6% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $11M (31.3%) for similar Masters Colleges and Universities.

Occupations by Share

Associate professor

Most Common Instructor

130 Employees

Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services

Most Common Non-Instructional Employee

144 Employees

In 2021, the most common positions for instructional staff at Johnson & Wales University-Providence were Associate professor with 130 employees, Professor with 61 employees, and Assistant professor with 40 employees.

In 2021, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at Johnson & Wales University-Providence were Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services with 144 employees, Management with 114 employees, and Computer, Engineering, and Science with 72 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

Most Common Demographic (2021)

Male Associate professor
Female Associate professor
Male Professor

In 2021, the most common demographic for instructional staff at Johnson & Wales University-Providence was Male Associate professor with 65 employees, Female Associate professor with 65 employees, and Male Professor with 32 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at Johnson & Wales University-Providence.